Institutional Goals
To provide general education that includes basic knowledge of communications,humanities, social sciences, mathematics / natural sciences, and computer skills as required for certificate and degree programs.
To prepare students who transfer to perform successfully at senior institutions.
To provide technical, vocational, and career education that prepares students for immediate employment, retrains existing employees, and promotes local and state work force development initiatives.
To encourage and support the use of current technology to improve the delivery of programs to the citiizens in the institution's service area.
To provide continuing education and personal enrichment opportunities that support life-long learning and civic, social, and cultural quality of life.
To provide business and industry training that meets employer needs.
To provide students of varied backgrounds and abilities with the instructional and support services that will assist them in achieving career and educational goals.
To recognize excellence in student performance, scholarship, and personal achievement.
To establish and maintain partnerships to respond to the needs of special populations within the community, and to use outreach initiatives to seek and encourage those who otherwise might not give serious consideration to postsecondary education.

Institutional statistical data was gathered from the U.S. Department of Education - Institute of Education Sciences, National Center for Education Statistics, 2009-2010.

Institution Type

2-year, Public

Special Learning Opportunities

ROTC (Army)

Distance learning opportunities

Study abroad

Weekend/evening college

Student Services

Remedial services

Academic/career counseling service

Employment services for students

Placement services for completers

On-campus day care for students' children

Credit Accepted

Dual credit

Credit for life experiences

Advanced placement (AP) credits

The acceptance of credits for work experience or military experience are subject to review by the school and cannot be guaranteed.

Religious Affiliation

Not applicable

Federal Aid

Eligible students may receive Pell Grants and other federal aid (e.g. Direct Loans).